How to Remove a Water Spot From a Silk Blouse

Some silk fabrics become stained when water droplets come in contact with the silk and measures are not taken to swiftly remove them. This leaves a discoloration slightly darker than the rest of the fabric. Water, however, is not as difficult as some other types of stains, like oil and ink, to remove.

Things You'll Need

• Garment steamer
• Water
• Stained garment

Instructions

1. Fill the garment steamer with water and turn on. Place garment on a hanger while waiting for the steamer to warm up (when you begin to feel steam being emitted, it is ready to use).

2. Steam area around the water spot by holding the steamer approximately 1 inch from the garment, moving it frequently over the entire area until it becomes damp.

3. Remove garment from steam. Rub affected area slightly with part of the same fabric. Shake and press to avoid wrinkles, and leave on the hanger to dry.

Tips & Warnings

• If errant water droplets from the steamer are a problem, consider covering the holes with a thin muslin cloth to prevent further water stains on the garment.

• Avoid steam burns by keeping hands and fingers away from the area directly in front of and above the garment steamer.

References

• Silk Road: Stain Removal